Fully Funded: Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship 2025 in UAE

Scholarship eligibility is assessed as part of the admission process and applicants are not required to submit a separate scholarship application. The number of available scholarship slots is limited.

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All applicants are evaluated and mapped to a specific scholarship Tier (full-time or part-time) on the basis of academic merit and other relevant factors, in line with Khalifa University’s strategic priorities, rules and regulations. Meeting the eligibility criteria for a specific Tier does not guarantee a scholarship award.

Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship covers educational expenses including an attractive monthly stipend for postgraduate programs offered by the University.

Summary of the Scholarship 

• Value: $10,890
• Type: Postgraduate, PhD Scholarships
• Country to Study: United Arab Emirates
• School to Study: Khalifa University
• Sponsor: Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship
• Eligible Countries: All Countries
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Benefits: Full Scholarship, $10,890 (AED40,000) Monthly Stipends, Accommodation, Visa fee, Medical Insurance
• Deadline: September 2, 2024

Eligibility Requirements 

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 out of 4.0 or equivalent from a reputable accredited institution (for Bachelor’s to PhD direct admission), or
• Completion of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 3.25 out of 4.0 or equivalent from a reputable accredited institution.
• A minimum level of English proficiency in the form of either:
  • iBT TOEFL (internet-based test) score of 91 or equivalent, or
  • Overall academic IELTS score of 6.5, or
  • 1550 EmSAT English score
• A minimum quantitative score of 150 in the general Graduate Record Examination (GRE).  Applicants must attempt all three sections of the GRE.
• A minimum of two referee recommendations (provided via online form).
• Statement of purpose (500-1,000 words).
• Research statement (500-1,000 words).
• Admission interview.

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Benefits

Depending on the Tier of scholarships awarded to successful applicants, the following are the benefits of the Khalifa University Scholarship:

A fully funded Tier Scholarship covers;

• Full coverage of tuition fees.
• Basic monthly stipend of 20,000 AED.
• Additional monthly allowance of 20,000 AED, subject to approval and meeting scholarship progression criteria.
• Textbooks provided by the University.
• Support to attend international research conferences, subject to approval.
• Medical insurance coverage for full-time international students sponsored by Khalifa University.
• Mobilization and demobilization flights (between home country and Abu Dhabi) for full-time overseas international students, subject to approval.
• Coverage of UAE visa application fees for full-time international students.
• Commitment to work with Khalifa University or a nominated entity upon graduation for a period equivalent to the period of study.

Required Documents

To apply for the Khalifa University Scholarship, candidates should scan in a clear and legible form and be upload the following documents online:

• Certified copy of Bachelor’s/Master’s degree certificate (as applicable)
• Equivalency certificate issued by the UAE Ministry of Education for applicants that have graduated from institutions outside of the UAE.
• To apply for your Equivalency Certificate, visit the UAE Ministry of Education Equivalency Certificate page and start the process as soon as possible as it is a lengthy process.
• Official school transcript showing the grading scale.
• English language proficiency score certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or EmSAT).
  • Official TOEFL score reports can be sent directly by your institution to Khalifa University of Science and Technology using the institutional TOEFL code 0960.
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) score report. Official score reports can be sent directly to Khalifa University of Science and Technology using the institutional GRE code 0822.
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Statement of Purpose (500 to 1,000 words).
• Passport-style photograph on a white background.
• Copy of valid passport. International applicants who reside in the UAE should also upload a clear copy of their valid UAE visa.
• Copy of Family Book (Khulasat Al Qaid). This is required for UAE National applicants only.
• Valid UAE national ID card (for national and international applicants currently residing in the UAE).
• Statement of Purpose (500-1,000 words).
• Research Statement (500 to 1,000 words). This is for PhD applicants only.

How to Apply

• Step 1: Select the program you want to study.
• Step 2: Review your application requirements.
• Step 3: Review the scholarships for postgraduate students.
• Step 4: Submit your application

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Deadline: 2nd September, 2024.

For more information, visit: https://www.ku.ac.ae/postgraduate-admissions